MexicoAverage weather for Playa del Carmen in December
It's warm in December in Playa del Carmen with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 23°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Playa del Carmen with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Playa del Carmen is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Playa del Carmen is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 74 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Playa del Carmen in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
28°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
29°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
74 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Playa del Carmen?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Playa del Carmen. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in Playa del Carmen runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2015, Playa del Carmen reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Playa del Carmen
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Playa del Carmen, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Playa del Carmen, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Playa del Carmen.
Daily UV index in December in Playa del Carmen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Playa del Carmen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Playa del Carmen over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Playa del Carmen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Playa del Carmen, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Playa del Carmen
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Playa del Carmen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Playa del Carmen by month
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